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Austin Mwendia is a passionate crypto journalist with three years of experience. He has contributed to various media outlets, covering blockchain technology, market analysis, and financial trends. He is committed to educating readers and expanding the adoption of blockchain and decentralized finance.

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Next Memecoins to Explode, May 17 – Dogwifhat, Bonk, Dogecoin

Crypto News1 years ago

By Austin Mwendia5/17/2025

Highlights: WIF has fallen 4.17% on the daily chart but holds a bullish momentum with a potential rally. BONK has dropped 9.41% yet gains traction from a new Solana validator deal with DeFi Development Corp. DOGE is trading at $0.2192 […]

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Galaxy Digital Seeks SEC Nod to Tokenize Shares as Nasdaq Trading Begins

Crypto News1 years ago

By Austin Mwendia5/16/2025

Highlights: Galaxy Digital is in talks with the agency to tokenize its shares using its blockchain platform for wider DeFi use. Galaxy shares began trading on the Nasdaq after a long process that lasted over three years. The company aims […]

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SEC Probes Coinbase Over Old User Metrics Amid Insider Breach Fallout

Crypto News1 years ago

By Austin Mwendia5/16/2025

Highlights: The SEC continues to investigate Coinbase over past user count claims despite the company dropping the metric in 2022. Coinbase confirms an insider data breach with a $20 million ransom demand and a 20 million bounty offer instead. Despite […]

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Ripple and SEC Face Setback as Judge Blocks Proposed Settlement

Crypto News1 years ago

By Austin Mwendia5/16/2025

Highlights: Judge Torres rejected Ripple and SEC’s motion due to improper procedure and lack of court jurisdiction. According to Rule 62.1, a court can give its view but cannot take direct action during an appeal. Ripple and SEC still plan […]

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Best Cryptocurrencies to Buy Today, May 16 – Tron, Solana, Aave

Crypto News1 years ago

By Austin Mwendia5/16/2025

Highlights: TRON gains over 9% this week after switching to Chainlink and rising blockchain activity. Solana has formed a cup and handle pattern with strong bullish signs and targets above $390 if the breakout holds. Aave jumps over 4% after […]

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Coinbase Exposes Insider Data Breach and Rejects $20 Million Ransom Demand

Crypto News1 years ago

By Austin Mwendia5/15/2025

Highlights: Coinbase has refused to pay ransom after support agents leaked customer data. The company has launched a reward fund to catch the criminals who tried to extort the company. Coinbase has strengthened its security and moved support teams to […]

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Mastercard and MoonPay Roll Out Stablecoin Cards for Global Use

Crypto News1 years ago

By Austin Mwendia5/15/2025

Highlights: Mastercard has teamed up with MoonPay to launch stablecoin cards for use at global locations. Stablecoins have processed over double the volume of Visa in the past year. Iron Platform helps users spend stablecoins like cash and supports payments […]

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Telegram Bans Haowang Guarantee Amid $27 Billion Scam Allegations

Crypto News1 years ago

By Austin Mwendia5/15/2025

Highlights: Telegram has banned Haowang Guarantee and removed all related crypto scam groups and NFTs. The marketplace enabled fake trades and processed billions in transactions using stablecoins. Xinbi Guarantee is under the radar as it is suspected of facilitating criminal […]

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European Police Dismantle Crypto Network Laundering €21 Million for Criminal Groups

Crypto News1 years ago

By Austin Mwendia5/15/2025

Highlights: European police have dismantled a crypto crime ring that laundered over €21 million for criminal groups. The network used the hawala system and crypto to hide illegal funds. Police seized assets, including crypto and luxury goods, during the crackdown. […]

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FalconX and Standard Chartered Partner to Expand Institutional Crypto Services

Crypto News1 years ago

By Austin Mwendia5/14/2025

Highlights: FalconX has teamed up with the global lender to boost crypto services. The partnership will support FalconX in its effort to build support for investors. Standard Chartered expects the crypto market to hit 10 trillion dollars by next year. […]

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Senators Urge Treasury to Fix Crypto Tax Rules on Unrealized Gains

Crypto News1 years ago

By Austin Mwendia5/14/2025

Highlights: Senators have asked the United States to stop taxing crypto gains that firms have not yet received through actual sales. They warn that the current crypto tax rules might push firms to move their operations to other countries. The […]

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Tether Gold XAU₮ Debuts on Thailand’s Maxbit Exchange

Crypto News1 years ago

By Austin Mwendia5/13/2025

Highlights: Tether Gold is now available in the Thai market through a local crypto exchange. Real gold stored in a secure location in Switzerland backs each token. Investors in Thailand can trade and hold a digital asset that is directly […]